Government Introduces Dust-Free Rooms for PM2.5 Protection

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Public Health has announced plans to set up "dust-free" hospital rooms in 30 provinces to protect at-risk patients from the adverse effects of PM2.5 pollution. The decision follows reports of over 10,000 individuals affected by the fine particulate matter, with 1,407 requiring emergency care in the last four months.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319250-government-introduces-dust-free-rooms-for-pm25-protection/

 

Immigration Bureau Boosts Staff for New Year Rush

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Immigration Bureau is gearing up for an expected surge in visitors arriving in Thailand for the Chinese New Year, particularly from February 8 to 14, with daily arrivals anticipated to hit 80,000. The preparation follows an incident on January 24 at Suvarnabhumi Airport, where a technical glitch at the automatic biometrics immigration kiosks led to extended queues, as officers were required to manually check travel documents.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319251-immigration-bureau-boosts-staff-for-new-year-rush/

 

Thailand Advances in Developing Local AI GPT Model

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand is advancing the Open ThaiGPT project to develop its own artificial intelligence (AI) technology, aiming to lessen its dependence on foreign tech. Led by Chai Wutiwiwatchai of the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC), the initiative seeks to cater to local needs through a generative pre-trained transformer (GPT) model that understands Thai.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319252-thailand-advances-in-developing-local-ai-gpt-model/

 

Over 5,000 “Muay Thai” boxers gathering to set world record

 

 

More than 5,000 Muay Thai boxers from Thailand and 60 other countries took part in a ceremony to pay respects to Muay Thai teachers during the Amazing Muay Thai World Festival 2024, held on Tuesday at the Rajabhakti Park in Hua Hin to commemorate world Muay Thai Day.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319253-over-5000-“muay-thai”-boxers-gathering-to-set-world-record/

 

Thailand to Host 69th Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Director-General of the Department of International Trade Promotion, Mr. Phusit Ratanakul Sereroengrit, said the fair this year will play a pivotal role in driving Thailand’s economy, as it is one of the world’s top 5 global gems and jewelry trade fairs.

 

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Chiang Mai Hotels Book Fast for Lunar Festival

 

 

CHIANGMAI (NNT) - Hotel room bookings in Chiang Mai have surged, reaching 90% last month, with rates for the upcoming Chinese New Year already exceeding 60%. The Northern province continues to draw tourists, both Thai and international, who are attracted to its natural beauty and temples, especially during the high season.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319257-chiang-mai-hotels-book-fast-for-lunar-festival/

 

BoT Maintains Key Interest Rate at 2.50%

 

 

BANGKOK, Feb 7 (TNA) – The Bank of Thailand’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has announced to maintain the policy rate at 2.50 percent after its meeting on Wednesday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319258-bot-maintains-key-interest-rate-at-250/

 

Dengue Surge Hits Provinces with 8,000+ Cases

 

 

Dengue fever has escalated into a significant concern in Thailand, with the Department of Disease Control (DDC) reporting over 8,000 infections and 13 fatalities in January.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319259-dengue-surge-hits-provinces-with-8000-cases/

 

Cannabis & Hemp Bill goes to Thai Cabinet next week

 

 

Thailand’s Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew say the a revised version of the Cannabis & Hemp Control Bill is set to be presented at next week’s cabinet meeting. The proposed bill maintains the stance that “cannabis is strictly for medical purposes” and explicitly prohibits any recreational use.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319261-cannabis-hemp-bill-goes-to-thai-cabinet-next-week/

 

Defence Ministry to take action over 60,000 fake ‘conscription exemption’ certificates

 

 

The Defence Ministry announced on Tuesday its intention to pursue legal action against any current or former military members implicated in the illicit trade of Sor Dor 43 certificates.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319262-defence-ministry-to-take-action-over-60000-fake-‘conscription-exemption’-certificates/

National anti-graft watchdog raises reservations over government’s digital wallet scheme

 

NACC Secretary-General Niwatchai Kasemmongkol

 

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), has not approved or rejected the government’s beleaguered “digital wallet” scheme, but has expressed concerns that it may fall foul of the Constitution and fiscal discipline and may be open to corruption.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319265-national-anti-graft-watchdog-raises-reservations-over-government’s-digital-wallet-scheme/

 

Three weeks of Songkran celebrations begin April 1st

 

 

Thailand will celebrate this year’s Songkran festival for three weeks nationwide, starting on April 1st, in the hope that the planned fun-filled activities will develop the traditional water-splashing event into an element of Thailand’s soft power, as well as boosting tourism and the economy, said Chai Wacharonke, the government spokesman, today.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319267-three-weeks-of-songkran-celebrations-begin-april-1st/

 

Education ministry removes viral post featuring meeting with North Korean ambassador

 

 

The Education Ministry has decided to remove a post from its Facebook page showing a meeting between its minister and the North Korean ambassador to Thailand after it went viral and faced harsh criticism from netizens. However, the ministry kept the post on its website.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319268-education-ministry-removes-viral-post-featuring-meeting-with-north-korean-ambassador/

 

Thai delegation, BRN agree to endorse peace plan soon

 

 

Representatives of the Thai government and a major separatist group ended their two days of peace talks in Kuala Lumpur today with an agreement to endorse a comprehensive peace roadmap “at the earliest opportunity,” according to a statement issued by the Malaysian facilitator of the negotiations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319269-thai-delegation-brn-agree-to-endorse-peace-plan-soon/

 

Man dies holding inhaler during social gathering in Prachuap Khiri Khan

 

 

A middle-aged man suffering from asthma passed away during a casual gathering with friends in the Khlong Wan district of Prachuap Khiri Khan.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319270-man-dies-holding-inhaler-during-social-gathering-in-prachuap-khiri-khan/

Food for thought: Activist hospitalised after 11-day hunger strike

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Political activist Netiporn Sanesangkhom, aka Bung, was transferred from prison to the Correctional Hospital yesterday, following a hunger strike lasting 11 days, as confirmed by her legal representatives.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319275-food-for-thought-activist-hospitalised-after-11-day-hunger-strike/

 

Promising future for Thai SET in healthcare, tourism, food sectors

 

PHOTO: via Bitcoin news

 

Despite the slow recovery of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) from last year’s significant slump, executives see a promising future in healthcare, tourism, and food stocks. They believe these sectors can offer attractive opportunities for investors and encourage more companies to enlist on the bourse.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319276-promising-future-for-thai-set-in-healthcare-tourism-food-sectors/

 

Thailand taps Chinese influencers to boost exports

 

PHOTO: via CNN

 

The Thai government launched an initiative to boost the country’s exports to China, the world’s second-largest economy. The plan involves inviting 30 to 50 of China’s leading social media influencers to visit Thailand in May. During their stay, these influencers will livestream their Thai experiences, promoting local products from traditional elephant pants to native sweet treats to their followers back in China.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319277-thailand-taps-chinese-influencers-to-boost-exports/

 

Authorities takes action to curb urban macaques in Lop Buri

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a bid to tackle the escalating monkey mayhem in Lop Buri, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) teamed up with local authorities, unleashing a joint effort aimed at disciplining, relocating, and sterilising the troublesome urban macaques.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319278-authorities-takes-action-to-curb-urban-macaques-in-lop-buri/

 

Thai patient seeks HIV prevention after alleged syringe attack in Bangkok mall

 

Photo by Jair Lázaro via Unsplash

 

A Thai doctor shared that one of her patients sought post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), for possible exposure to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), after she was stabbed with a syringe when walking in a shopping mall in Bangkok.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319280-thai-patient-seeks-hiv-prevention-after-alleged-syringe-attack-in-bangkok-mall/

 

15 Vietnamese arrested for illegally working on cannabis farm in southern Thailand

 

Photo via Talk News Online

 

Thai police arrested 15 Vietnamese workers yesterday for working illegally on a cannabis farm in the southern province of Phetchaburi. The owner of the farm is under investigation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319281-15-vietnamese-arrested-for-illegally-working-on-cannabis-farm-in-southern-thailand/

 

Thai temple thief swaps white flipflops for black in Chiang Mai

 

Photo via YouTube/ ข่าวช่อง8

 

A CCTV camera at Phra That Doi Suthep Temple in the southern province of Chiang Mai captured a Thai man stealing a pair of shoes from a South Korean tourist. The man entered the temple wearing white flipflops but left wearing black ones.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1319283-thai-temple-thief-swaps-white-flipflops-for-black-in-chiang-mai/

 

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